Retirements

[mackers]

Armagh Stefan Campbell has retired from inter-county duty.

The Clan na Gael clubman, who made a huge impact in the county's 2024 All-Ireland success, informed management and players of his decision in recent days, and is one of a number of players to exit alongside the likes of Ciaron O'Hanlon and Ciaran Higgins.

Campbell first joined the panel in 2011 and made his championship debut two years later.

Could be my favourite Armagh player of my lifetime.  I'm sure he didn't want the supersub tag but the buzz that went around the ground when Soupy came on gave supporters and players a lift and he rarely disappointed.  He played the game with a directness and swagger that is seldom seen in the modern game and some of the scores he took were outstanding.  His point into the Davin end in the second half against Kerry in 24 was fantastic. The Galway people around me in the final were dreading him coming on and unfortunately for them they were proved correct.  He never got involved in any of the bullsh1t that happens in games (he didn't need to) and played it in a very sporting manner.

Was hoping that he would give us another year but he owes us nothing. Best of luck in your retirement Soupy and thanks for the memories.

[naka]

Son doing his FE1s at moment
I wake up at 7.40am to a missed call
Was panicking as thought wtf
Rang him back
Dad did you hear soupy retired
Still have a picture of him and my son  from 2014 on the phone .

To others outside the county we always thought he was a maverick who played the game the way it should be played .
He owes Armagh nothing .
Thanks for some fabulous memories .

[Blowitupref]

Armagh Stefan Campbell has retired from inter-county duty.

The Clan na Gael clubman, who made a huge impact in the county's 2024 All-Ireland success, informed management and players of his decision in recent days, and is one of a number of players to exit alongside the likes of Ciaron O'Hanlon and Ciaran Higgins.

Campbell first joined the panel in 2011 and made his championship debut two years later.

He will be a big miss

Proved to be a big miss in the All-Ireland Quarter final against Kerry. Looks like a big transitional period ahead for Armagh and next spring likely battle with Monaghan,Roscommon to avoid the drop to Division 2?